Another Muslim youth assaulted by Hindutva mob over ‘Love Jihad’ allegations
Bhopal: A Muslim youth was assaulted and dragged to the ground by a Hindutva mob in BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh state of India after being accused of love jihad.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the victim, identified as Syed Khan from arrived in District Court Bhopal to register their marriage legally under the Special Marriage Act. However, the mob comprising members of the Hindutva organizations violently assaulted Syed Khan.
The attackers accused Ahmed of engaging in Love Jihad, a conspiracy theory claiming Muslim men lure Hindu women into marriage to convert them to Islam.
Meanwhile, the police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against Khan despite clear evidence of the assault. In front of the cameras, the woman confirmed that she had come willingly for the marriage.
The incident highlights the growing concerns about violence against interfaith couples in India, particularly those involving Muslim men and Hindu women.
The actions of both the police and the court have raised significant concerns regarding the protection of individuals’ rights under the Indian Constitution. Article 25 of the Constitution guarantees every individual the right to religious freedom, while the Special Marriage Act, 1954, allows people from different religions to marry without the requirement of conversion. The handling of this case has sparked debate over the application of the law and the protection of basic rights.
